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Anna T.

Avon by the Sea, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner and animal lover! I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, feeding, and walks.
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Wendy N.

Part-Time Pet Sitter I Specialize In Cats

Neptune, NJ

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi my name is Wendy and I love cats and dogsI am honest, dependable reliable love to brush comb cats love to feed them and scope litter box, pet them play with them and their toys. Cuddle with them, I like Lap cats. I like to give treats. I can let dogs out feed and play with them and sit with them, I have excellent references...

Michael D. says "We've had Wendy as our dog walker for quite sometime now. I can't say enough good things about her. She has been there for our dogs needs on more...

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Maureen B.

Pet Care

Spring Lake, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
I have lived on the west side of Houston since 1986. I am an empty nester. My children work at a summer camp in Marble Falls. I have one son at Texas State and two at LSU. I own a 7-year-old Brittany Spaniel. He has bought a lot of joy and happiness into our lives. I recently started house sitting and dog sitting for dog owners....
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Heather A.

Caring And Trustworthy Cat And Dog Sitter/Walker

Ocean Grove, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Heather and I'm an experienced pet sitter and dog walker. I've taken care of dogs and cats for many years. I love helping people with their animal companions. Over the past few years I've had several dog walking positions, one for 2 German Shepherd mixes once a day, five days a week while their owner was at...
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Cintiene O.

My Baby Dog

Long Branch, NJ

4.5(0)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
My love for pets is what motivated me to enter the wonderful world of pet care. I have been a dog walker/sitter for over 2 years. I understand the importance of trusting some-o e to take care of your children. They bring a lot of joy and happiness into our lives. I have 1 dog called Daisy. She brings so much joy and happiness...
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Mckenna M.

Part-time Babysitter

Belmar, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide a multitude of things involving animals. I am 24 years old and I have many references.! I am vegan and love all kinds of furry friends. I do pet care such as walking and sitting. I love animals and do great with all kinds! I have two cats and a big dog but cats are my favorite. (Don't tell the dogs!) I am an avid...

Shannon A. says "McKenna has been sitting my children (13 and 7) for several years now. They both love her and always have so much fun with her. I am always at ease...

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Kathryn A.

Pet Sitter/walker

Asbury Park, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am 26 yr old and employed full time. Now that my jobs busy season has died down, I am looking for some occasional/part time work. I grew up with dogs and cats (2 dogs & 3 cats) and spent a great deal of time taking care of them! I absolutely love animals and would love to help out! Please feel free to reach out to me if...
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Caitie S.

Caitie

Belmar, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am currently furloughed from my job in entertainment and am in graduate school. I am a super dog lover and have had dogs of all shapes and sizes! I am reliable and dependable and I have a really great backyard, doggy door and dog run at my house... perfect for dog sitting!
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Kate M.

Pet Sitter/Walker

Spring Lake, NJ

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
I recently was laid off (seasoned dog groomer-the industry is facing extreme shortages and layoffs) I have over 10 years experience in the animal industry. I'm 34 years old. I'm CPR and first aid certified.
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Christine M.

Full-time Pet Care Provider

West Long Branch, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have grown up around dogs and cats and absolutely love all animals. I currently have one dog and one cat and take care of them like they are my children. I have been pet sitting for different families for about 7 years now and I am comfortable with bunnies, birds, cats and dogs of all sizes. I can provide walks, feeding,...
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Kelly T.

Pet Lover/Caregiver

Eatontown, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have grown up with pets my whole life. I have more experience with dog sitting and walking. I could provide dog sitting in your own home or bring your pet to mine. I have a 6-year-old black lab named Beau. I do work full time as a teacher so my availability is M-F before 9:00 a.m. and after 3:30 p.m. and weekends I can be...
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Ashley S.

Part Time Pet-sitter

Oceanport, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting for many years. Iv had 3 dogs in my life time. 2 of them were big and the one we currently have is small. Iv also had many other pets including bunny's, birds, reptiles, ducks, and chickens. Before I moved to VT I walked two different dogs often.
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Donna S.

Dog Walker/dog Sitter

Belmar, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have enjoyed having dogs in my home throughout most of my life. Would love to walk or care for your pet . I also will board your pet in my hone with a fully fenced yard . Your puppy will be one of the family.
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Laura H.

Oceanport, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have provided pet sitting services to countless families with dogs (all sizes) and cats. I am also able and willing to stay at the residence.
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Michaela C.

Pet Sitter

Bradley Beach, NJ

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$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I love dogs! I have had 2 dogs and love them so much I thought I would get into dog walking! Ask any questions :)
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Michelle R.

Dog/Cat Sitting/walking

Belmar, NJ

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$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Michelle! love cats and dogs, my great grandma LOVES her pets, and whenever I visited her in Mexico during the summers me and my brother would take her dogs, Lucky( a husky) and two small white dogs out for walks around the park and neighborhood. She also has a cat named Dulce which means Sweet in english. I would...
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Keelin M.

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have plenty of experience with dogs, and have a dog of my own! I can work with senior dogs, as well as puppies, take them on walks, and treat them as one of my own!
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Brooke G.

Dog Sitting/walking

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've owned dogs all of my life. I currently share my life with a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. I've had many different breeds. Available overnight or take in
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Carolina L.

Loving & Reliable Pet Care

Neptune, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Carolina, a dedicated and loving pet sitter with a deep passion for dogs. I have two dogs of my own, so I truly understand how important it is to find someone reliable and caring to look after them. My priority is to provide a safe, fun, and loving environment for every pet I care for. I offer daily walks adapted to...
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Lindsey B.

Dog Walker/pet Sitter

Oceanport, NJ

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Hi, my name is Lindsey, I have worked with animals for almost 10 years now, I currently dog walk and pet sit daily. I have volunteered at the MCSPCA for 3+ years and currently foster kitten from bottle baby age up until they are ready for adoption. I get the most joy out of gaining animals trust and am constantly working on...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Avon by the Sea, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Avon by the Sea, NJ can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Avon by the Sea, NJ to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Avon by the Sea, NJ is $18.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Avon by the Sea, NJ. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Avon by the Sea, NJ we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Avon by the Sea, NJ, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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